- Talent retention challenges due to competitive market conditions and global opportunities
- Skills gaps in the construction industry, particularly at management level
- Unauthorised work stoppages linked to community protests and business forums
- Emigration of skilled engineers
- Weak economic growth in South Africa impacting communities
- Unrealistic community expectations regarding project benefits
- Exploitation of projects by local leaders and business forums
- Loss of emerging black professionals due to local spend requirements
Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-07 to 2024-06 reporting, Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 99.8K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 49.6K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 4.5K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 22.3K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
99.8K tCO2e/year
2023-07 to 2024-06
Water Usage
1,1 Gigalitres (Africa)
2023-07 to 2024-06
Waste
211.5K tonnes (Africa)
2023-07 to 2024-06
Energy Use
7.4K MWh (Byrne Group) + 379 MWh (Russell WBHO) + 4558 MWh (Africa)
2023-07 to 2024-06
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-07 to 2024-06)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 49.6K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 4.5K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 22.3K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Installation of solar energy at several locations in South Africa (560kWp capacity, 1576 kWh battery storage)
- Zero reportable environmental incidents
- ISO 14001 certification maintained across all regions
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔭 Long-term
- Net Zero emissions by 2038 (Russell WBHO)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Health and SafetyEnvironmental ComplianceTransformation and LocalisationQuality ManagementEthical Governance